Serving 278 students in grades 6, Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Missouri for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Missouri state average of 43%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Missouri state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Missouri state average of 33% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6
- Enrollment: 278 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MO
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Johnson Wabash Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Saint Louis, MO, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families within this zone can typically reach the school in about 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
School Overview
Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center's student population of 278 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,076 schools in Missouri (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center is 0.25, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.52. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2044 out of 2076 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
43%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
9%
Black
86%
15%
White
1%
67%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)45.7%
20.5%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
43%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
2%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MO Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center's ranking?
Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center is ranked #2044 out of 2,076 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Missouri.
What schools are Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center often compared to?
Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Centeris often viewed alongside schools like Bermuda Elementary School, Central Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% MO state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 43% MO state average).
How many students attend Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center?
278 students attend Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center?
Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Missouri state average of 12:1.
What grades does Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center offer ?
Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center offers enrollment in grades 6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center part of?
Johnson Wabash 6th Grade Center is part of Ferguson-Florissant R-II School District.
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